in lieu

phrase

: instead

… some of the units are made available at affordable prices, or the developers pay a fee in lieu that supports a … housing fund.

—Chloe Hilles

Examples of in lieu in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Instead of wearing a pullover as-is, people are using sweaters in lieu of an accessory—draped over the shoulders like a scarf or tied around the waist like a belt. — Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 5 Nov. 2026

For another fun twist on ice-queen glam, take a cue from Zara Larsson and pile on the shimmery silver-white shadow accented with rhinestones in lieu of snowflakes, or perhaps a fresh platinum blonde hair color à la Serena Williams. — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 2 Nov. 2026

As for the younger Woods, Jodie appeared in a matching set of stunt sandals, this one with white feathers in lieu of burgundy. — Erin Wisti, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2026

Nichols parking deck Council members also reviewed three options for improving downtown parking by using space at Nichols Library, including a new option for a surface lot just west of Nichols Library in lieu of a parking deck. — Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 29 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1599, in the meaning defined above